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Episode 267 – A Taste of Paradise with Executive Chef Leo Minelli at Hyatt Centric Key West

Episode 267 – A Taste of Paradise with Executive Chef Leo Minelli at Hyatt Centric Key West

Update: 2025-05-16
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In this flavorful episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Executive Chef Leandro “Leo” Minelli of Hyatt Centric Key West Resort & Spa.

Chef Leo shares his culinary journey from Mendoza, Argentina to the kitchens of South America, The Bahamas, New Zealand, and now Key West. We dive into what brought him to the island, his passion for local seafood and sustainability, and how he leads the kitchen at the stunning Four Flamingos, A Richard Blais Key West Kitchen.

We also touch on:

  • His vision for Four Flamingos and Blue Mojito

  • What makes Florida-fresh cuisine so unique

  • Why the culinary scene in Key West inspires him daily

Come for the food talk, stay for the island vibes.

More on Four Flamingos:
Welcome to Four Flamingos, A Richard Blais Key West Kitchen, where Florida-Fresh meets oceanfront elegance. With sunset views and a menu crafted by Chef Blais, this is a must-visit culinary destination in Key West.

🌐 Website: fourflamingoskeywest.com
📸 Instagram: @fourflamingoskeywest

📍Located inside Hyatt Centric Key West
601 Front Street, Key West, FL 33040

🍽️ Restaurant Hours
Breakfast: 7:30 AM – 11:00 AM, Daily
Dinner: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM, Daily

Follow @HyattCentric on Instagram and Facebook and tag your photos with #HyattCentric.

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Episode 267 – A Taste of Paradise with Executive Chef Leo Minelli at Hyatt Centric Key West

Episode 267 – A Taste of Paradise with Executive Chef Leo Minelli at Hyatt Centric Key West

Mark Baratto